How to get from El Monte Station to Pasadena by bus?

El Monte Station to Pasadena - Bus Schedule

The 178 bus from El Monte Station to Pasadena runs from 6:44 AM to 7:37 PM, with departures every 30 min-1 hr 30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 14 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From El Monte Station to Pasadena by bus

To get from El Monte Station to Pasadena in Los Angeles, take the 178 bus from Valley Boulevard & Mt. View Road station to El Monte Station station. Next, take the 268 bus from El Monte Station station to Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The bus schedule from El Monte Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Pasadena on the Moovit app.

74min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 178178
Bus - 268268
Leaves from Valley Boulevard & Mt. View Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Valley Boulevard & Mt. View Road
    ID 519
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 178178
    Wait for bus
    178
    West: El Monte Station via Baldwin
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    El Monte Station
    10 min
  • 4
    Bus - 268268
    Wait for bus
    268
    Sierra Madre Villa Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    Ride to bus station
    Foothill / Sierra Madre Villa
    ID 125460
    49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from El Monte Station to Pasadena

The distance between El Monte Station, Los Angeles and Pasadena, Los Angeles is approximately 13.07 mi, which can typically be travelled in 74 min. Moovit will show you the directions from El Monte Station to Pasadena by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from El Monte Station to Pasadena

To check the bus schedule from El Monte Station to Pasadena using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (El Monte Station) and destination (Pasadena), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from El Monte Station to Pasadena?

    The fastest way takes 74 minutes, using Bus line 178, Bus line 268.

  • Is there a direct bus between El Monte Station and Pasadena?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 14 min.

  • Which bus line goes from El Monte Station to Pasadena?

    The 178 bus line goes from Valley Boulevard & Mt. View Road station near El Monte Station in El Monte to El Monte Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till El Monte Station near Pasadena in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from El Monte Station to Pasadena by bus?

    The total travel time between El Monte Station in El Monte and Pasadena in Los Angeles by bus is about 1 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near El Monte Station to get to Pasadena?

    Get on the 178 bus from the Valley Boulevard & Mt. View Road stop near El Monte Station in El Monte.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between El Monte Station and Pasadena?

    Get off the bus at the El Monte Station, which is closest to Pasadena in Los Angeles.

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